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McGlone era over at Russell


Aaron Snyder
The Independent


FLATWOODS —

After 38 seasons, coach Ivan McGlone will no longer lead Russell High School's football program, according to a school press release.

The change took place on Tuesday, according to the release.

"We would like to think Coach McGlone for his unparalleled commitment to our football program, our schools, our children and our community," wrote Sean Horne, Superintendent of Russell Independent Schools. "Our District will remain committed to all of our students in providing both excellence in education and all athletic competitions."

McGlone was 316-151 since becoming the varsity head coach in 1976. He amassed 43 playoff wins and only five losing seasons, the last of which came in 1997.

The 75-year-old guided Russell to state titles in 1978 and 2005.

More details are to come on this story.